Chapter 10 - Arthur Follows Them Secretly Through The Quiet Streets
That evening, as twilight blanketed the quiet Ohio suburb in deep purple shadows, Arthur stationed his private security chief outside.
Marcus, a seasoned tactical operative, parked his unmarked SUV across the street from Clara’s rental house.
Inside the cozy living room, Arthur sat on the sofa with Lena asleep against his shoulder while Clara made tea.
“You should call federal authorities tonight, Arthur. We can't wait for them to find us here,” Clara urged nervously.
“I already contacted Special Agent Vance of the FBI financial crimes division. She’s flying into Columbus tonight,” Arthur stated.
Clara let out a long breath, resting her head against Arthur’s shoulder as the warmth of his presence sank in.
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Suddenly, the motion-activated security floodlights outside the front porch flickered on with a bright, blinding glare.
Arthur gently laid sleeping Lena on the sofa, standing up slowly as his hand slid into his jacket pocket.
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